Unique design lets your dog breathe more easily while retrieving.Also available in 6-packs and 12-packs. Unique Design = Better Performance from Your DogAll training dummies are not created equal. The basic dummy design has barely changed since they were first introduced -- a straight plastic or canvas cylinder with or without bumps for grip. AirFlow Bumpers are better for your dog's athletic performance, better for proper retrieval training, and better for overall health. AirFlow Bumpers are engineered to improve oxygen intake and carrying position, all while encouraging a softer grip. Both hunters and trainers alike will appreciate how this unique AirFlow Bumpers design helps develop a superior dog.Researchers at the Canine Performance Sciences Center in the School of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University found that traditional training bumpers restrict 93% of the airflow through dogs' mouths, almost completely blocking the air. To address this problem, they developed a completely new design -- the AirFlow Bumper. AirFlow Bumper vs. Standard Bumper -- this MRI shows a 350% increase in breathing space. ![]() American Manufacturing and QualityAirFlow Bumpers are made in the U.S. and are subject to U.S. health and safety regulations. Recent news reports have shown pet products coming from China vary greatly in quality and safety. Most standard plastic bumpers are made in China of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which contains 36% to 72% phthalates -- harmful chemicals that can leach out. PVC has been banned from children's toys since 2008. AirFlow Bumpers are made from an FDA and EU-approved nontoxic food-grade plastic. This plastic is flexible, tasteless, and extremely durable, while still maintaining the proper feel and bounce."From breathing to durability to holding to overall design, there's nothing but positive reasons to recommend these bumpers." Steve Says: AirFlow Bumpers Training Dummies
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100% Recommend this product (11 of 11 responses)
By Shannon
Alabama
Durable Bumpers
October 13, 2020
Very durable bumpers with quality in mind!
By Fred
Orange County CA
training bumper
September 15, 2020
great bumper. Sturdy construction. Great for water retrieves. Nice that it comes with a cord already attached. I recommend this product
By Dennis
Damascus, Maryland
Great thought
September 4, 2020
the thought of this is great. However it tends be be a little awkward for the dogs sometimes. I like it for that reason though. Great to add something other than the standard round to get them comfortable with all shapes
By Mike
Connecticut
Best Training Bumper I've ever used!
September 4, 2020
Dog using this Bumper: < 1 year old male Vizsla. This is a great training bumper for a young dog. It has multiple surfaces for a young dog to grab onto, until they learn to handle it from the center. It's always in the training box. It makes a lot of noise, and a big splash, when it hits the water, which is essential for a young dog to learn to mark a retrieve. It has good weight to it, and I can throw it 40-50 yards. A good distance for a young Vizlsa. This bumper was critical to introducing my Vizlsa to water, and water retrieval training. The description says "plastic", but the bumpers I received are a soft, pliable, material. They're not a cheap,hard, plastic bumper. This is a quality training aid! I have had a 100% success rate with water retrievals with this bumper. My dog has never blinked this bumper in the water.
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By TeamSouthernSongs
SC
Airflow!
September 3, 2020
My JRT loves this bumper for dock diving! Well constructed and worth the price.
By Duane E.
Illinois
Bumper
September 2, 2020
Dogs lov it.
By Ben
TX
Great for young dogs learning to hold bumper in center.
August 15, 2020
Great Bumper! My dog grabs these bumpers in the middle more than reg bumpers. She likes retrieving them in the water better. I do think the grooves help.
Merchant Response:Thanks, Ben! Glad your dog loves these. The smart guys at Auburn who invented these knew what they were doing! THANKS FOR THE PHOTOS!
Agree on the price. We're working on it. Manufacturing in the USA with medical grade materials is pretty expensive, but for us it beats not knowing who made this and out of what material. -- ROB SNELL
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By Jeff A.
OH
Review for AirFlow Bumpers® Plastic Retriever Training Dummies
October 18, 2018
The dogs don't seem to take on as much water when swimming with these style bumpers.
By Jeff A.
OH
Review for AirFlow Bumpers® Plastic Retriever Training Dummies
October 18, 2018
I liked the bumpers so much I ordered a few more. They are a little bit high on price but they are really nice bumpers.
By JCM
NC
Review for AirFlow Bumpers® Plastic Retriever Training Dummies
October 12, 2018
Have a great weight that allow you to get distance on throws, teaches the dog proper hold location, and overall great quality.
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